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plug-in

Definitions

from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • noun An accessory software program that extends the capabilities of an existing application.
  • adjective Computers Of or relating to a plug-in.
  • adjective Designed to be plugged in to an electric circuit.

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  • adjective Designed to be plugged into an electrical power outlet or circuit.
  • noun computing A computer program module or device that interacts with another to add a specific function, or to support a specific file format or device.

from WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved.

  • noun a printed circuit that can be inserted into expansion slots in a computer to increase the computer's capabilities

Etymologies

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From the verb to plug in.

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synonyms (3)

Words with the same meaning

  1. add-in
  2. add-on
  3. snap-in

hypernyms (1)

Words that are more generic or abstract

  1. printed circuit

hyponyms (3)

Words more specific or concrete

  1. cpu board
  2. motherboard
  3. pc board

same context (23)

Words that are found in similar contexts

  1. add-on
  2. analog
  3. automotive
  4. built-in
  5. cross-platform
  6. customizable
  7. downloadable
  8. eight-pin
  9. flex-fuel
  10. fuel-efficient
  11. high-voltage
  12. in-line
  13. modular
  14. open-source
  15. optional
  16. proprietary
  17. rechargeable
  18. removable
  19. stand-alone
  20. thick-film
  21. third-party
  22. web-based
  23. wireless

forms (1)

Forms

  1. plug-in hybrid

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